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Mama Bears Kombucha

...Oishi Bakery owned by Mama Bears Kombucha, LLC). Additionally, she advised me to choose a POS system that suits the needs of the business.” For the Mama Bears Kombucha storefront, Shelly bounced ideas off of her business advisor and chose to use a Square terminal for business transactions due

Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Preparing for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

...e each month, a business can use average amounts. Additional recommendations for the application Apply online versus mail Include the disaster specific name: “COVID-19” or “Coronavirus” Write your password down; neither the system nor any personnel is able to retrieve it Save your work at every promp...

El Préstamo para Desastres por Danos Economicos está ahora disponible en Alaska

...o socios, así como también aquellas empresas afiliadas: cada dueño de la empresa que posea un 20% o más de la empresa debe rellenar y firmar el formulario; también deben rellenar y firmar el formulario aquellos dueños que posean más de un 50% de otra empresa (en la lista

EIDL and PPP Processing Information from the SBA

...either a deposit for the requested EIDL Emergency Advance of up to $10,000 is made or the applicant receives an email invitation for their EIDL as explained below. Generally, the deposit will occur first without prior notification. New EIDL Application Portal Following the passage of the CARES Act, o...

Salmon Sisters

...th XTRATUF, Grundens, and Rep Your Water to their online store and cookbook, Salmon Sisters is a strong example of adaptability and tenacity rooted in hard work, creativity, and values. Enjoy the lifestyle brand for yourself or share a taste of Alaska through good, real, and wild seafood. Visit

Pivot Plan is Critical for Small Business Survival in Alaska

...aycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, SBA COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), and EIDL Advances. Read the rest of the article at ADN here!...

Out to Sea Expedition Company

...into a real business.” To learn more about Out to Sea Expedition Company visit outtoseaexpeditions.com! Check out their online gear shop outtoseagear.com and follow their adventures on Facebook and Instagram....

November Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...hosting a Thanksgiving after-dinner get together online. Another friend is planning on hosting a holiday movie watch party online and is sending out drink recipes and snack ideas. However you decide to celebrate this year I hope that you will make an extra effort to support local businesses when

MUNI OF ANCHORAGE – EO-16 takes effect for the month of December

...e orders, please reach out to one of our business advisors. With over three decades of experience helping businesses in Southcentral, our staff is standing by to help your business through these difficult times. The Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Resource Center and our website are also available 24/7 at https...

The “Perfect Pitch” is March 26

...licy. Mr. Greg Wolf​, Executive Director, World Trade Center Alaska and Vice-Chair Advisory Board, College of Business and Public Policy. Mr. Joe Zimmerman​, Owner and Director of Cook Inlet Marketing Group, Inc., Chair, Dean’s Advisory Board, College of Business and Public Policy. The “Perfect Pitch...

Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)

...applicants in operation prior to or on January 1, 2019: 2019 gross receipts minus 2020 gross receipts minus PPP loan amounts Calculation 2: for applicants that began operations partially through 2019: (Average 2019 monthly gross receipts x 12) minus 2020 gross receipts minus PPP loan amounts Calcula...

SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)

...ce, specifically by: Register​ ​for an account in advance at restaurants.sba.gov starting Friday, April 30, 2021, at ​5:00 am Learn more about the RRF program through the SBA here Get familiar with an RRF sample application here Review the RRF guidance: RRF Program Guidelines RRF Knowledge Base RRF F...

eCommerce for Small Businesses

Twisted Root Market

...rating similarly as it did at inception, with the addition of online shopping, contactless pick-up, and local delivery to meet the needs of the community. To ensure the Twisted Root Market was on track to grow, Roland worked with Rural Program Director, Jennifer Adams with the Alaska Small Business

Localz: Alaska Made Home Decor & Much More

...ey would open again. Angelique pivoted quickly to online only, with an already blossoming website, but with everyone waiting to see what would happen next, demand was gone. That’s when Angelique turned to the Alaska SBDC. With SBA Paycheck Protection Program funds quickly running out, she worked clos...

Shopping Local & Alaskan Tourism Flourish Hand-in-Hand

...ka’s pristine beauty, combined with its spirit of adventure, has made it a dream destination for travelers worldwide. With every step, tourists leave a trail of economic impact, and it is up to us, as Alaskans, to seize this opportunity and foster sustainable growth within our communities. As the

Navigating the Digital Battlefield: How Alaska SBDC Can Help Safeguard Your Business in Cybersecurity Awareness Month

...ning: Cybersecurity Webinar Protect Yourself from Online Scams Personalized ​A​dvising: Our advisors offer one-on-on​e, confidential, business advising, helping you assess your specific cybersecurity risks and create tailored defense strategies. Resource Hub: Access our comprehensive online resource...

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

..., new resources, new technologies and new tools are being made available across Alaska to businesses in all stages of growth that will spur new economic activity. I hope that all of you take advantage of these opportunities and reach out to one of our advisors to help you

August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...vement loan program. As always, our SBDC Business Advisors are ready, willing and able to work with your business one-on-one to not only help answer your business questions, but to tell you more about all of the amazing special programs and new tools we’re launching in 2023/2024. If you

Financial Fitness for Your Alaskan Small Business: April is Financial Literacy Month!

...sing Capital Growing your business often requires additional funding. Our advisors can help you explore financing options like loans and grants tailored to your needs. We can also guide you through the application process and connect you with lenders.   3. Financial Recordkeeping Accurate and up-to-d...